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May 2017

According to Woodworking Network, dynamic buyer preferences hold keys and promises to opening, new and exciting wood industry market opportunities, though managers will have the task of taking on fresh views on how they conduct their businesses and operations.
New materials and new manufacturing approaches, frequently conceptualised and developed …

Bostanli Footbridge and Bostanlı Sunset Lounge promise a new urban space to experience different forms of 'idleness'
The ‘Bostanlı Footbridge’ and ‘Bostanlı Sunset Lounge’ by Studio Evren Başbuğ Architects were created for the İzmir Sea coastal regeneration project.
Opened in July 2016, the site has …

The crowd in interzum 2017 set a new record for the tradeshow. Photo credit: Koelnmesse GmbH
New developments and solutions in a varied range of products spanning from cabinet doors to new overlay textures were behind the high interest from interzum 2017’s record-setting crowd.
From the 15th to the 19th of May, 69,000 visitors hailing from …

According to Research Nester, the global plywood market is projected to experience growth by the end of 2017, driven up by the burgeoning demand from construction of houses and numerous other factors. Additionally, the economical prices of plywood will act as a further boost for the market.
In regards to demand for plywood, North America …

Grandview Heights Aquatic Centre was envisioned to be an iconic sports arena attracting international athletes from all over the world and local families. Since its opening in March 2016, the facility has received over 2,500 visits a day, exceeding expectations.
The facility also sets a new standard of using wood in architecture, featuring …

Vietnam’s furniture industry has a host of issues to address to remain competitive amidst the country’s growing popularity as a manufacturing hub.
There can be no question that Vietnam is currently Southeast Asia’s hottest hub for wood products manufacturing.
Where China used to be the world’s powerhouse for …

CAD$60 billion (US$44.64 billion) mark for the very first time.
In total, wholesale sales of Canadian lumber exports hit CAD$60.2 billion (US$44.79 billion) as the robust growth of lumber export sales offset decreases in motor vehicle and heavy machinery export sales.
The growth was paved by the subsector of building materials and supplies, …

The United States (U.S.) Lumber Coalition has thrown its support behind the Trump Administration’s and Congress’ efforts to develop the U.S. economy by improving opportunities for the U.S. under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
“These issues are of utmost importance to American companies, workers and communities …

Southeast Asia’s wood-based panel manufacturing industry has had one of the best performances in recent years. One of Thailand’s newer MDF lines, Wisewoods, features state-of-the-art equipment, and is set for an exciting future in the export market.
Thai panel manufacturer Wisewoods has a single-minded focus for its new …

Washington Fruit, family owned and operated since 1916, grows, packs and ships premium fruit products from the northwest throughout the world. The company’s facilities occupy 90 acres of industrial land.
The company wanted a new headquarters that would serve as a refuge from river-bed industrial land bordered by a major freeway. The project …